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Community Corner

Jan. 13-15: Weekend Edition

Happenings around New Hyde Park.

Who’s happy it’s finally Friday!? There are a bunch of exciting events happening this weekend in New Hyde Park.

Here’s what you need to know:

1. The New Hyde Park High School students will be putting on a second performance of Neil Simon’s comedy “45 Seconds to Broadway” Friday at 7:30 p.m. The play will be held in the auditorium and is $5 per person.

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2. The New Hyde Park Fire Department is hosting a blood drive Friday from 3-9 p.m. If you’ve never donated blood before—or even if you have—read this story about a dedicated platelet donor for inspiration.

3. Herricks boys basketball will take on Westbury in a home game on Friday, starting at 7 p.m.

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4. There will be a Herricks Wrestling Tournament on Saturday beginning at 10:30 a.m. The matches will take place at the Herricks Community Center, and all are welcome to attend and cheer on the Highlanders!

5. If you’re looking for a place to have a drink and listen to live music, head over to Mickey Malone’s, where the Ripp Tide Blues Band will be playing from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. The cost to attend is free, but you have to pay for your drinks.  

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